Australia's Fallen Firefighters in Nundah, Queensland | Non-governmental organisation (NGO)

Australia's Fallen Firefighters

Locality: Nundah, Queensland

Phone: +61 408 762 809

Address: 8 Fiander Ave 4012 Nundah, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.fallenfirefighters.com.au

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25.01.2022 Vale Mark White AFSM, OAM. Mark was a Firefighter at 77 Station St Marys, the CEO of the Museum of Fire and a good friend and supporter of Tamworth Classic Fire Engine Club. Thoughts are with his family, friends and the worldwide firefighting brotherhood.

23.01.2022 Sad News from Western Australia.

23.01.2022 Its with a heavy heart we convey the news of a NSW Rural Fire Service Volunteer firefighter dying in the line of duty today near Aubury. The Firefighter was killed and two others injured when strong winds hit their appliance causing it to roll. No name as been released as of yet. More information to follow. ... Rest In Peace... Duty Done

22.01.2022 Today the NSW RFS family farewelled one of their own, with the funeral of Geoffrey Keaton held in western Sydney earlier today. Geoff was one of two firefighter...s who tragically lost their life while fighting fires in south west Sydney on 19 December 2019. Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons honored Geoffrey today by awarding him posthumously a Commissioners Commendation for Bravery and a Commissioners Commendation for Service.

22.01.2022 Huge thanks to all Emergency Services, for their ongoing efforts with the current bushfires in Nsw & Qld. Firies, Police, Ambulance, SES, VRA, National Parks, a...nd our interstate and overseas counterparts all doing their bit. Kudos to all the water bombers who are doing an amazing job from above, and a ever bigger thank you to the families of all emergency service personnel. Many thanks to all the contributors and media outlets for the footage, ninenews, 7news, warringahrfb,ingelisiderfb,Ross Beckley, Fire bombing Australia, mcdermott aviation, pays aviation, coulson, 10 tanker, munmorahrfb, winews, and many individuals. Music courtesy of The Wallflowers "Heroes" #nswfires #bushfires #fire #police #ambulance #nswses #vra #nationalparks #firebombers

21.01.2022 NEWS 1.Stickers, badges and patches are now for sale here: https://behindtheseen.com.au/shop/ PLEASE NOTE: badges and patches cannot be dispatched until mid-Feb...ruary. Stickers will be sent within a week. 2.We are partnering with some other small support groups on a number of different merchandise items- sharing the dollars in those instances. Stay tuned! 3.The COPYRIGHTED design of these ribbons was created by Ross to raise awareness of the fact that ALL first responders are involved in these huge fire events, and to raise funds for Behind The Seen so that we can continue to support the mental health of first responders. This support is not just needed now, it will continue to be needed well beyond the current fire crisis. Please do not use/copy the design to raise funds or for any other purpose without discussing with us first. We are open to partnerships with smaller non-profit groups related to supporting first responders. 4.Stress Less Conversation Packs are listed in the shop for those who can afford to pay, but these are available at NO CHARGE to first responder groups. They are a TEAM tool to enhance discussion around stress. If you would like one for your crew/station/brigade please email us: [email protected] Please DO NOT order these packs on the shop site if you represent first responders. 5.Our sincere thanks to Elderslee Foundation and Black Dog Ride without whose consistent support we would not be able to run Behind The Seen!

21.01.2022 Sad news from North Shore Rural Fire Brigade. ********************************************************* It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we advise of the passing of a much loved member of our North Shore family, Anthony Wilkinson, following an accident yesterday evening.... Ant has been a member of our crew for many years, greatly contributing to the operation of our brigade, and has been involved in some major fire campaigns, the most recent being the devastating 2019/2020 bush fire season. He was also undertaking Crew Leader training to step into the role of Deputy Captain. Our crew gathered this morning to remember Ant, and support each other. Our deepest condolences go to Anthonys family and friends at this awful time. Rest In Peace mate.

20.01.2022 Thoughts tonight are with the Officers and Staff of Victoria Police and The State Highway Patrol. Unfortunately in the conduct of their duties four Officers have been killed in a roadside accident involving a prime mover and trailer. Condolences to the Officers Family, Friends and the Fellow officers of the service. ... Duty done, Rest In Peace

20.01.2022 343 #neverforget

18.01.2022 Rest In Peace. Condolences to Coulson Aviation and the NSWRFS.

18.01.2022 With a heavy heart FRNSW Woolgoolga 507 regrets to advise of the passing of current serving Captain Andrew Drew ARMITAGE (495036) to a long term health battle, on Tuesday 25 August 2020. Drew served at 507 Station Woolgoolga and previously at 495 Station Wentworth Falls. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues.

18.01.2022 The Fallen NSW Rural Fire Service Firefighter has been named as Sam McPaul 28, Sam leaves behind his beautiful wife who is pregnant with their first child (due in May 2020). Sam has been described as a very dedicated Firefighter and a very admired young man in his community. We wish to convey our sincere condolences to his family, friends and fellow firefighters. ... Rest In Peace Firefighter Sam McPaul Collage created by Ross Beckley (BEHIND THE SEEN)

18.01.2022 Fire & Rescue NSW Menai regrets to advise the passing of one of their long term Firefighters, Senior Firefighter Rob Cashman. He was an integral part of the crew for many years. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts for his family, friends and colleagues. Gone but never forgotten

17.01.2022 Across Australia we say "Thank You to all our Emergency Service Personnel. We designed these to encompass all emergency services involved we've had these copyri...ghted designs produced as Pins and Stickers. Available exclusively at: www.behindtheseen.com.au/shop/ Behind The Seen is a not for profit small organisation, who work with Emergency Service Personnel across Australia raising awareness of mental health issues related to their work. (C) Copyright R.Beckley Behind The Seen. #thankyou #emergencyservices #triple000 #firstresponders #police #fire #ambulance #ses #vra #stjohns #salvos #nswbushfires #australianbushfires #qldbushfires #sabushfires #tasbushfires #sabushfires #actbushfires #ntbushfires #vicbushfires

17.01.2022 Sad news to hear of the passing of Mr Gregory Speed OAM (nicknamed Speedy) (Former captain of NSW RFS Orchard Hills. Greg received his OAM earlier this year as well as NSW RFS Commissioner Rob Rogers visited Greg and his family yesterday and presented him with the Commissioners Commendation for Service along with the Premiers Citation for the 2019 20 Bushfires. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and his Brigade at this time and we pass on our sincere condolences for their loss

16.01.2022 Sad News with the Passing of New South Wales Fire Brigades Fireman Reg Hudson. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and past workmates.

15.01.2022 Its with great sadness I confirm the on duty death of a Forest Fire Management Victoria Firefighter from Parks Victoria. The unnamed firefighter died whilst working on the Omeo fire in the Victorian alpine region late this evening. A report is being compiled for the coroner as we speak and No further information at this stage. Our sincere condolences go out to the firefighters family, friends and fellow firefighters. ... Duty done, Rest In Peace

14.01.2022 Sad news hearing of the passing of John Thompson, from Snowtown CFS John served 45 years with the Country Fire Service and he passed away Dec. 22nd 2019. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues :( Rest In Peace.

13.01.2022 Sad News from CFA Bayswater Fire Brigades. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bayswater Fire Brigades founding Captain Alan Hodgkin AFSM. Alan began his CFA service with Boronia in December 1967. In June 1969 he became their Apparatus officer.... At that stage there was no brigade in Bayswater. However that soon changed with Alan's persuasiveness and persistence and in November 1969 Alan resigned at Boronia, and became the first Captain of Bayswater, a position he held until December 1973 when he became a career officer. Alans CFA career began in November 1973 holding positions at Dandenong, Traralgon, Eltham, Belgrave and Boronia fire stations. Alan retired from CFA with the rank of Station Officer III in 1992. Alan was also an ADI and was a guest instructor at Fiskville on numerous occasions, even after his retirement. Throughout his career service, Alan remained an active volunteer turning out under the name FF Smith (as apparently back then turning out while a staff member was not allowed!) After his career service, Alan used his skills and knowledge, not only for the Bayswater brigade, but the Knox group in general. He held DGO positions within the group from 1995 1998 (DGO 4 & 3) Alan is in receipt of the following awards and medals: CFA Service Awards 12, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 Year Service Medals Bayswater Fire Brigade Life Membership National Medal with 1st, 2nd & 3rd clasps for Diligent Service CFA Honorary Life Membership National Emergency Medal Victorian 2009 Fires Australian Fire Service Medal AFSM awarded in 2018 Bayswater pumper dedicated in his name. Alans service to the community reaches further than just the Bayswater Fire Brigade. Alan was dedicated to preserving much history through his involvement with the following historical and community groups: Fire Services Museum of Victoria Puffing Billy Historic Railway Of course none of Alans service would have been possible without the equally committed contribution of his beautiful wife Evelyn Hodgkin and family. We are forever grateful for his leadership, dedication to the brigade and most importantly his friendship. "Your presence we miss. Your memory will be treasured." Vale Alan xX

12.01.2022 The entire Australia firefighting and emergency services fraternity are in mourning with the loss of 3 lives yesterday. This has been a horror bushfire season and it's far from over. If you are struggling or know someone who is, please seek help and support. #nswfires #bushfires #emergencyservices #restinpeace #rip #triple000

11.01.2022 Volunteer Memorial 2020 On the second Sunday in October each year, we pause to remember the emergency service volunteers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice wh...ile working to protect others in the community. The annual Emergency Service Volunteer Memorial is held in Sydney and holds the names of volunteers from the NSW Rural Fire Service, State Emergency Service, Volunteer Rescue Association, Marine Rescue and the predecessor organisations. This year's event will be held on Sunday 11 October 2020 from 11am. This year, the names of eight NSW RFS volunteers will be added to the memorial. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance the memorial service is strictly limited. We have worked to prioritise the families of those members whose names have been added to the memorial this year. We invite you to mark the occasion online by viewing a livestream of the event below. https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and/volunteer-memorial-2020

11.01.2022 Nsw State Memorial Service.

10.01.2022 Our very own Admin Ross Beckley telling his story about his struggles through PTSD. how he overcame the dark patch and is working through it all. The work you and Ronnie started with BEHIND THE SEEN is something to be incredibly proud of and honestly mate your a bloody inspirational person to know and a good mate.... Mitchy

10.01.2022 Tragic News From Vic Forest Management. Its with great sadness that I share the news of the loss of one of our own during what has been an extremely difficult and challenging time for many. Mat Kavanagh was a dedicated member of our team for 10 years and was much loved. Our hearts go out to Mat's family and friends and workmates,... Rest In Peace.

09.01.2022 It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the loss of William (Bill) Tully.

07.01.2022 This morning Firefighters from FRNSW Tarro 454 are attending the funeral of retired Captain Eric Larkins 454004. Eric joined the fire NSW fire Brigade in 1975 and served as Captain from 1992 to retirement in 2004. For Firefighters at Tarro and in the area it was a privilege and honour to serve with and for Eric! The Captain Ian Smith and Firefighters from Tarro pass their condolences to the Larkins Family!

07.01.2022 Fire and Rescue Nsw Commissioner Paul Baxter regrets to advise of the passing of Retired Commissioner Vice Admiral Ian MacDOUGALL AC AFSM, on Wednesday 1st July 2020. Mr MacDOUGALL was a former Maritime Commander Australia, from 1989 until 1990, served as Chief of Naval Staff, from 1991 until 1994, and Commissioner of the NSW Fire Brigades, from June 1994 until July 2003. He retired to Murrawah, Tasmania, with his Late wife Sonia and is survived by his two sons, Fergus and Hamish. Funeral details will be distributed once advised.

06.01.2022 The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) confirms the death of a volunteer firefighter at Hill End in the Chifley/Lithgow Team area. Jim Shanahan, a member of the Hill End Rural Fire Brigade, had returned to the station after attending a vehicle fire in Hill End when he suffered a suspected heart attack early this morning. Fellow volunteers provided initial medical assistance including the use of an Automated External Defibrillator. They were supported by NSW SES members, NSW Pol...ice officers and NSW Ambulance paramedics, however tragically Jim passed away. NSW RFS Commissioner Rob Rogers said the Service's condolences are with Jim’s family and friends, fellow crew, brigade members and the Hill End community. We are offering every assistance possible to Jim’s family and fellow members, Commissioner Rogers said. We will continue to offer whatever help is required." No further details are available at this stage while NSW RFS personnel work with Service members and the member’s family. See more

05.01.2022 NOW IN STOCK :) $10.00 each including postage across Australia. https://behindtheseen.com.au//enamel-badge-australia-ribb/

05.01.2022 Sad news from Woolgoolga Rural Fire Brigade. --------------------------------------------------------------- Vale Benjamin (Ben) Osborn.... It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of our Benny. Ben was an inspirational soul, a lion hearted fighter, a courageous firefighter and loyal friend to all of us at Woolgoolga Rural Fire Brigade. Ben served our Brigade family as a firefighter, trainer, Deputy Captain and driver since joining with his Dad in 2014. I knew right off that Benny was a special individual and an old soul. He exuded calm, presence and courage in his every step, and our Brigade family is better for having him in our midst for the time we did. We've lost our little mate, but he watches us all from above...and keeps us safe. Rest well mate, your fight is done. We'll hold it from here.

05.01.2022 Hey all, Its sad I need to say this but can we all just take a step back and remember what this page is for and stands for. Over the past few weeks I have personally blocked a number of politically charged comments, it wasnt the time or place for these types of comments. ... Everyone has been warned as we hold the same ethics as our respected service does. We serve the community and the government of the day regardless of our political opinions or orientation. Please take notice any further comments about anything deemed politically inclined or disrespectful towards anyone will result in a ban without explanation period. Mitch Talbot Admin and Founder Australias Fallen Firefighters

04.01.2022 We have had a huge response to our copyrighted designed stickers, badges and Patches. These were designed to encompass all emergency services across Australia a...s we say "Thank You to all our Emergency Service Personnel. Available exclusively at: www.behindtheseen.com.au/shop/ Behind The Seen is a not for profit small organisation, who work with Emergency Service Personnel across Australia raising awareness of mental health issues related to their work. (C) Copyright R.Beckley Behind The Seen. #thankyou #emergencyservices #triple000 #firstresponders #police #fire #ambulance #ses #vra #stjohns #salvos #nswbushfires #australianbushfires #qldbushfires #sabushfires #tasbushfires #sabushfires #actbushfires #ntbushfires #vicbushfires

04.01.2022 We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of one of our earliest supporters of Behind The Seen. Former Warringah Headquarters Brigades Captain Kevin Shadfor...th fought a long hard battle with cancer, but sadly his fight is over. To Kev's Wife Bridget, his family and his many many friends and Colleagues we are thinking of you all in this sad time. Rest In Peace "Kev" See more

04.01.2022 It is with great sadness that the Echuca Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Gregory Allisey AFSM - (Chief). Greg joined the CFA in 1966 and was a career firefighter who served in many roles across the organisation including two years with the National Fire Authority of Fiji as the Chief Officer. Upon his retirement in 2008 he and his wife Robyn moved to Echuca and Greg became a volunteer firefighter with the Echuca Fire Brigade. Greg was a highly valued member of the Echuca Brigade and broader catchment providing invaluable advice and direction to both the brigade and the Group. He will be sorely missed by everyone. Our thoughts are with Greg’s wife Robyn, sons Jason and Darren and the rest of his family during this difficult time. A memorial service will be held in due course, further details to come.

03.01.2022 Very sad news of the passing of a great man, Senior Instructor Brian Aubusson. Such a great loss to us all. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and the countless firefighters he trained and worked with. Rest In Peace "Aubo"

02.01.2022 Merry Christmas from us all here at AFF, wanting to wish you all a safe and merry Christmas and a joyous and productive new year. To my good friend Ross Beckley (Admin) for all his hard work over the past year, honestly Ross there would be no way I could do what you have done. And appreciate your support while I have struggle with my health. ... Once again all, a huge Thankyou to all the firefighters youre doing Australia proud. If your on shift today, I hope you stay safe and its a easy day on you. Mitchy

01.01.2022 I have no words for this photo, FF Andrew ODwyer (NSWRFS) was posthumously awarded the Commissions medal for bravery. Rest In Peace Brother, we have it from here Firefighter Andrew ODwyer NSWRFS ... 1987-2019 See more

01.01.2022 Today, 9th January 2020, marks 20 years since the on-duty death of Swansea Fire Station Deputy Captain Kevin James Brown, fondly referred to by fellow firefight...ers as The King. We take time today to remember Kevin who was tragically killed whilst attending a motor vehicle accident on the Pacific Highway just south of Swansea on 9th January 2000. Kevin had served his home town of Swansea and surrounding suburbs as a firefighter for almost 20 years. He was widely respected not only by his colleagues but the entire community. To commemorate the life and service of Kevin, Swansea Fire Station has a memorial plaque in the station and another on the front grounds of the station. In addition to these plaques and to mark the area where Kevin attended his final call, an overpass was named in his honour. The Kevin James Brown Bridge, just south of Swansea near Murrays Beach ensures that his commitment and service will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace, Deputy Captain Kevin James Brown. 27/05/1956 09/01/2000.

01.01.2022 Its is with great sadness that the Officers and members of the Stawell Fire Brigade mourn the passing of life member Ex Lt Geoff Dunn. Geoff joined the (then) Stawell Urban Fire 27th July 1981. Geoff very keen and dedicated brigade member / fire fighter. Attending many fires in the Stawell community. Geoff also served in many committees, particularly 1995, 2000, and 2006 CFA state championships held in Stawell. Geoff also assisted with many many more senior and junior champi...onships throughout the state as a track judge. Geoff has been awarded the National medal and clasp. VFBV gold star, VFBV Life member ship, CFA 35year life member medal. The entire brigade would like to pass on our deepest condolences and thoughts to Gwen and families in this time